Build a six-pack with eggs at breakfast

Skipping breakfast expands your waist by a massive two inches, found research in the The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.

So target a ‘magic’ 20-30g of protein (2-3 eggs). Recent studies from the University of Eriangen-Nuremberg confirm a protein breakfast is perfect, as it produces muscle while lowering cortisol levels – which can cause weight gain.

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Has all this made you hungry? You'll want to check out the May issue of Men's Health, where you'll find our ultimate egg cookbook along with loads more content to upgrade your life. What are you waiting for?

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